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Hotel Thaxter

4.0 star property
This upscale downtown hotel combines attentive service with thoughtful amenities, placing guests steps from shopping and attractions with every comfort considered.

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Hotel Thaxter, in downtown, offers a sophisticated atmosphere with a well-maintained property. Guests appreciate the helpful staff, on-site bar, and restaurant. The hotel provides rejuvenating spa services and complimentary in-room WiFi for staying connected.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Room service

Room options

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Room 5 - Verse

Room 5 - Verse

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 2 - Couplet

Room 2 - Couplet

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 1 - Ballad

Room 1 - Ballad

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room 11 - Haiku

Room 11 - Haiku

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 12 - Sonnet

Room 12 - Sonnet

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room 6 - Verse

Room 6 - Verse

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
Down duvet
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 7 - Verse

Room 7 - Verse

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 8 - Verse

Room 8 - Verse

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
Down duvet
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 9 - Verse

Room 9 - Verse

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 10 - Verse

Room 10 - Verse

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 13 - Haiku

Room 13 - Haiku

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 14 - Haiku

Room 14 - Haiku

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 3 - Couplet

Room 3 - Couplet

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 4 - Couplet

Room 4 - Couplet

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 15 - Couplet

Room 15 - Couplet

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Penthouse | Living area

Deluxe Penthouse

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 93 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Penthouse | Living area

Deluxe Penthouse

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 93 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Superior Penthouse | Private kitchen

Superior Penthouse

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 111 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the area

In the entertainment district, Hotel Thaxter is in Downtown, a neighbourhood in Portsmouth with great shopping. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Prescott Park and Jenness State Beach, while The Music Hall and Seacoast Repertory Theatre are cultural highlights. Market Square and Wentworth by the Sea Golf Club are two other places to visit that come recommended.
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15 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, 03801

What's nearby

  • Discover Portsmouth - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Market Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Music Hall - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Seacoast Repertory Theatre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Strawbery Banke Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Dover Transportation Center - 19 min drive
  • Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thirsty Moose Tap House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Works Bakery Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Wilder - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Gilley's PM Lunch - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Goat - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Thaxter

Upscale hotel remodelled in 2022 and located near The Music Hall
Located close to Market Square and Seacoast Repertory Theatre, Hotel Thaxter provides a bar and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Self-parking (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
  • Luggage storage, books and concierge services
  • A lift, coffee/tea in reception and a water dispenser
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff, proximity to shopping and first-rate property condition
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and printers.
Other amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses and down duvets
  • Heated floors, hairdryers and shampoo
  • 50-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services and premium channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Uncovered parking on site (USD 40 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Nichinan

Things to do

  • Books

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (91 centimetre high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (86 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 1867
  • Renovated entire property - December 2022
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with premium digital channels
  • MP3 dock
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Printer
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), smart lock

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 55 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: USD 40.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 55 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

Property is also known as

Hotel Thaxter Hotel
Hotel Thaxter Portsmouth
Hotel Thaxter Hotel Portsmouth

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Thaxter pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hotel Thaxter?

Self-parking is available for USD 40.00 per night.

What time is check-in at Hotel Thaxter?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Hotel Thaxter?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Hotel Thaxter located?

Located in Downtown, this hotel is steps away from The Music Hall and Market Square. Prescott Park and Seacoast Repertory Theatre are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Hotel Thaxter Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 208 out of 238 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 238 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 238 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 238 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 238 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location! Very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Ed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel with a helpful staff in a great location. Convenient to many shops and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel Thaxter is very nice. The room was clean, modern with a very nice bathroom, large shower, comfortable bed, and friendly, attentive staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room and a great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was smaller than we thought by the pics. Place was cute and clean. A few annoyances. Toilet paper roll kept falling off holder. Needed to be fixed or replaced. Pillows were not very comfortable. No support. Its a little noisy at times with the traffic and people talking on the street where the restaurant is. It was in a good location to the downtown area. Easy to walk to. Right next door to the Library Restaurant which is where we had dinner. Easy to check in and out. Overall good experience . I would recommend this place😊
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to walk to everything! Super friendly and helpful staff. Charming and well thought out services and amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great little hotel walkable to many shops and restaurants. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super clean and comfortable room. A little tight by US standards, but more than compensated by quality and comfort of bedding and linens. Bathroom was immaculate and featured a lovely heated floor. The staff was authentically attentive and friendly. The onsite restaurant, Nichinan, had superb cocktails; you’ll need to peruse other reviews for clues about the food. The location is excellent- just a few steps away from the super-cute, bustling and varied commercial and entertainment options of downtown Portsmouth. Cheap public parking garages are just a few blocks away, but we recommend the valet parking service, which is worth the premium to avoid trundling suitcases through the busy downtown sidewalks. We will definitely choose the Thaxter again the next time we visit.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I can’t comment on the staff because their check-in just requires you to use your phone number to access the building and your room but the hotel was excellent. The rooms have no outside noise so if you’re a light sleeper, it’s the perfect spot. I got into Portsmouth long before my check-in time so I parked in a nearby garage which ended up costing the same amount that the hotel charges ($40/nt). You’re a block away from all the shops and restaurants and a short walk to Badger’s Island in Maine where you can get drinks and/or a bite to eat and a short walk to the town hall where they had a nice little farmers market Saturday morning
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Truly lovely little boutique hotel. Great rooms and amenities. Perfect location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enjoyable stay at Hotel Thaxter

Very nice boutique type hotel. Great location. Walked right into town from there. Loved the lobby and free coffee & snacks offered. Room was comfortable with beautiful bathroom. I would suggest they install a grab bar in each shower because it can be slippery and there is absolutely nothing to hold on to. Someone could easily hurt themselves. I also thought it strange that no staff were on premises after 8pm. We were advised we needed to be back to hotel by then to have our car parked so that might be an issue for some guests
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful stay.

Beautiful hotel, great location, and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed our overnight stay at this charming hotel and wouldn't hesitate to book with them again, or to refer a friend. The staff were personable and delightful and the room was spacious and perfect for us. Thank you for making our getaway so enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful boutique hotel!

This is one of the most beautiful hotels I’ve ever stayed in. The interior design is perfection. Location is ideal with short walks to amazing shops and restaurants. The staff is incredible- so kind and helpful and available 24-7. The hotel is immaculate. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The on-site restaurant is terrific
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good location very clean property great staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great spot

I loved staying in this hotel. The location was perfect, room was more than comfortable and very cozy, nice touches throughout the lobby area and the room itself. I will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place in great location
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

nikolina

Great location! Friendly staff and room was immaculate
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with terrific staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful boutique hotel right in downtown Portsmouth. Our room and amenities were top notch. I highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Unique and comfortable

Stylish and clean! This is our second stay at the Hotel Thaxter and we definitely will return. Such a convenient place to stay to see a show at the Music Hall, visit the shops, or dine in one of the many restaurants in Portsmouth.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Small & wonderful

Lovely folks - great town
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dmitriy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Great stay, highly recommend! We also ate at the attached Japanese restaurant Nichinan. Great food, great service, great drinks, we were glad we went.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023